Science is really important for the long-term future of the country, I think it's important for the economy and I think it's important for developing the capacities of people, whatever they're going to do.

Our mines are among the safest in the country, so we are not operating from the perspective of having to do something precipitous.

We are in a struggle to secure a future free from fear for our country and the world.

The buoyancy of both the housing and mortgage markets indicates that the marked slowdown in the world economy and the recession in the UK manufacturing sector have so far had little adverse impact on consumer sentiment.

The buoyancy of both the housing and mortgage markets indicates that the marked slowdown in the world economy and the recession in the UK manufacturing sector have so far had little adverse impact on consumer sentiment,

It makes a significant contribution across the whole economy and ensures better, sustainable development for the future.